Solution Design Engineer
Beschrijving
Prologis is the global leader in logistics real estate. We own, manage and develop high-quality properties in the world’s most vibrant centers of commerce, approximately 72 million square meters in 19 countries. Some of the world’s largest brands (e.g., Amazon, BMW, DHL, FedEx, Pepsi) turn to us because they know an efficient supply chain will make their businesses run better, and a strategic relationship with Prologis will create competitive advantage. As the top ranked U.S. company and sixth overall among the Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations in the World, we take our global footprint seriously.
Job Title:
Solution Design Engineer
Company:
Prologis
About Prologis Essentials:
At Prologis, we don’t just develop logistics real estate — we deliver fully integrated solutions that help our customers move goods smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Through Operations Essentials, we provide customers with innovative warehouse operations solutions, including material handling, automation, and warehouse optimization services.
To help support our growing portfolio of customer solutions and programs, we are looking for a highly analytical and hands-on Solution Design Engineer to join our Amsterdam-based team. Join us in building the future of logistics operations!
As a Solution Design Engineer, you will bring logistics engineering expertise to the team. You will support the design and development of warehouse solutions that meet customer needs — including storage optimization, automation, layout design, and operational improvements. You will also play a crucial role in supporting our existing Essentials programs and tools, working closely with internal international teams, Sales Managers, and external vendors.
This is an ideal position for someone with strong analytical and technical abilities. It is a hands-on, customer-facing role that blends technical solution design, consultative selling, business support, and product development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop warehouse solutions based on customer process flows, operational data, operational audits, and space requirements.
- Analyze customer operational data to develop baseline metrics and design tailored solutions.
- Create warehouse and racking layouts using 2D, and possibly 3D tools (AutoCAD, or similar).
- Co-develop and expand the solution design capabilities of the team.
- Contribute to the development of internal tools, calculators, and templates.
- Support Essentials Sales Managers (ESMs) during the consultative sales process with technical input and visualizations.
- Help establish budget estimates for customer solutions and project proposals
- Validate technical proposals from vendors to ensure accuracy, feasibility, and compliance
- Ensure warehouse designs comply with relevant fire safety regulations, building codes, and other operational requirements.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Sales, Leasing, Procurement, Analytics) and external partners to deliver value-added customer outcomes
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in warehouse design, logistics consulting, or solution engineering.
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and model operational data
- Proficiency in Excel (including modeling, pivot tables); experience with BI tools are a plus
- Experience with layout design tools such as AutoCAD, SketchUp, or Revit. 3D design skills are a plus.
- Expertise in warehouse material handling, automation systems, and storage solutions.
- Ability to build solution budget estimates based on technical and operational inputs.
- Experience validating vendor technical offers to ensure solution correctness and compliance.
- Basic understanding of fire safety, building codes, and regulatory requirements for warehouse design.
- Strong attention to detail, structured thinking, and a solution-oriented attitude
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to work with both technical and commercial stakeholders
- Fluent in English (other European languages are a plus)
- Willingness to travel up to 25% across Europe
Why Prologis Essentials?
- Contribute to the future of logistics operations at the intersection of real estate and innovation
- Be part of a collaborative, entrepreneurial team with global reach and local ownership
- Thrive in a collaborative, high-performance environment where your ideas are valued.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and career growth opportunities in a global company.
People First
As a successful global enterprise, Prologis has never lost sight of what matters most – our strong belief that our people are the most important part of our business. And because of that, we provide a generous total rewards package and dedicate both time and resources to leadership development. Our team is intentional about cultivating a culture rooted in diversity, equity, and inclusion so that everyone at Prologis feels a sense of belonging.
Employment Type:
Full time
Location:
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Additional Locations:
Plaats
Prologis - Amsterdam Noord-holland Netherlands
